Circulation Manager

Cox Auto Trader is one of the world's leading providers of online and print automotive consumer information. Operating subsidiaries include majority-owned AutoTrader.com, the Internet's leading auto classifieds marketplace and consumer information Web site with more than 3 million vehicle listings and over 12 million qualified buyers each month; Auto Trader Publishing, a leading producer of classified automotive advertising publications with nearly 350 automobile and light truck titles and a total circulation of 3.5 million per week; and Auto Mart, the leading provider of print and online classified automotive advertising for dealer customers with a million used car Internet listings from dealers combined with print publications in 72 separate markets. Cox Auto Trader is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Cox Enterprises Inc., one of the nation's leading media companies and providers of automotive services. Job Description Circulation Manager Job Description We have an opportunity for a successful individual to manage circulation throughout the greater San Gabriel Valley area with overall responsibility for the distribution of National, Regional, and Local Publication Titles. This challenging opportunity is for a person desiring to improve overall operational performance including sales, circulation and distribution, as well as expand market presence in a cost effective manner. Responsibilities Develop new marketsIncrease the various titles unit and revenue salesEstablish and maintain excellent customer service relationshipsRecruit, hire, train, and develop employee base of field service personnel and recruit and maintain sufficient support base of employee delivery drivers. Coordinate the efficient and economical dispatch of publications to stores and ensure timely delivery to customer stores within assigned geographical areaAssist with facilitating the development of creative marketing plans to drive unit sales and revenue increases Assist in devising, monitoring, and analyzing sales promotions and circulation blitzes to determine cost and impact effectiveness Perform accurate inventory of publications Predict customer needs based on experience, market research, and seasons Maintain and analyze competitor information database Qualifications Candidates should demonstrate success in:Proven sales and supervisory experience At least 2 years experience in single or multi copy distribution/salesHiring and retaining employee delivery drivers. Merchandising of retail locations Managing a staff (1-2 F/T and 25 -30 P/T employees) Distribution and marketing of products Geographic territory management Analysis of statistical informationProficiency working with Microsoft Word, Excel and email Ability to manage and motivate successfullyStrong organizational and administrative skills Excellent communication skills Ability to lift up to 50 poundsGood driving record, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel within the assigned territories Closing Statement Auto Trader Publishing is one of the nations leading producers of classified automotive advertising publications, with more than 1.9 million magazines distributed weekly. Included in its 240-plus titles are magazines such as Auto Trader, Racing Milestones, Auto Extra and more. In addition to print publications, Auto Trader Publishing operates AutoExtra.com, which features 1.3 million vehicles for sale online. Auto Trader Publishing specializes in providing consumers with automotive dealer and private seller vehicles in local markets. Auto Trader Publishing, a division of Cox Auto Trader, is based in Norfolk, Virginia. As part of a $13 billion dollar company in Cox Enterprises, Inc., Cox Auto Trader offers a dynamic environment, excellent growth opportunities, and competitive earnings. The comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, and Vision (effective first day of employment), plus a matching 401(k) plan, pension, and other retirement programs. Cox Auto Trader is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workplace diversity. Drug Testing Employer. Based in Atlanta, Cox Enterprises, Inc. is one of the nation's leading media companies and providers of automotive services. Its major operating subsidiaries include Cox Communications (cable television, telephone, Internet access); Cox Newspapers (newspaper-publishing including Valpak); Cox Television (15 television stations); Cox Radio ([NYSE: CXR] broadcast radio stations and interactive websites); Manheim (vehicle auctions, repair and certification services and web-based technology products) and Cox Auto Trader (automotive publications and AutoTrader.com). More information about Cox can be found online at www.coxenterprises.com